MLitt Chinese Studies
The Chinese Studies programme from Maynooth University offers research degree opportunities for students with specific interest in the fields of Chinese language, literature and culture.
Duration
1 year
Starting Date
September
Tuition Fee
€14,000 per year
Location
Maynooth, Ireland
The programme
The research profiles of staff members are varied, covering cultural and literary analysis with particular emphasis on: Chinese nationalism and quest for national identity; the conflict and communication between China and the West; China’s sport policy and practice; Chinese martial arts; comparative philosophy; philosophy in literature; Chinese Buddhism. Students can graduate with the MLitt degree or, provided that their research is deemed of appropriate standard by the School Research Student Progression Committee, they can transfer into the structured PhD programme in Chinese Studies.
Career Options
The MLitt in Chinese Studies programme from Maynooth University equips students for a number of career paths. These include: teaching at various levels (including university), economic and cultural exchanges between China and Ireland (or Europe), school management, business, politics, publishing, materials’ development, adult education and support, further study to PhD level. The PhD in Chinese Studies at Maynooth University offers a tailored follow-on programme to the MLitt.
Courses Included
- Research Skills: Data Collection
- Professional Certificate In Postgraduate Teaching & Learning: Tutors & Demonstrators
- Innovation And Research Commercialisation
- Research Funding Application
- Issues And Strategies In Contemporary Modern Language Studies